2008 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Nissan Armada
To start off, both 2008 Audi A4 and 2008 Nissan Armada were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 278 kg more than 2008 Nissan Armada.
Because 2008 Nissan Armada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Nissan Armada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Nissan Armada (523 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A4 | 2008 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | A4 | Armada |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 5552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 523 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1112 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 106 L |